Representatives from various emergency response teams warn residents to be prepared and have an emergency preparedness plan. Reporter Mike Lipsitz offers these tips on what to do…
Earthquakes strike without warning, so your ability to survive and recover will likely depend on how prepared you are when the next big one hits. The following steps contain basic recommended actions for how to prepare at home or work. The first step involves securing your space by identifying hazards and securing movable items. Step 2 suggests that you “plan to be safe” by creating a disaster and communicators plan. Step 3 recommends you organize disaster supplies in convenient locations. And step 4 involves minimizing post-disaster financial hardship by organizing important documents, strengthening vulnerable areas of your property, and considering insurance.
https://www.osha.gov/dts/earthquakes/preparedness.html
https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit
